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Tampa, County Vote on $2.3B Rays Stadium Plan

8/27/2026

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  • Tampa City Council and Hillsborough County Commissioners will vote on a $2.3 billion Rays stadium.
  • County will invest about $800 million and Tampa $80 million.
  • Rays will contribute roughly $1.3 billion, covering more than half the cost.
  • Construction must start fall 2026 for an April 2029 opening.
  • Agreement includes a Community Benefits plan with housing, jobs and local hiring.